Senior Java Backend Engineer - Scalable APIs (Cupertino)

Quest Global; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Employer paid Life Insurance, Short- &

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Quest Global is seeking a Java Back End Engineer for an on-site role in Cupertino, CA. The candidate will design, develop, and maintain backend services, take ownership of modules, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust software solutions.

The role requires 8–12 years of backend experience with Java, Spring, and REST APIs, plus familiarity with containers and DevOps practices. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years in designing and developing back end applications.
• Experience designing and developing web applications with frontend emphasis.
• Strong experience with Java, Spring, Spring Boot.
• Proficient with consuming REST APIs and handling HTTP responses.
• Experience with backend web services frameworks.
• Relational databases experience (SQL).
• Strong Git, bug tracking, and collaborative skills.
• Containerization and DevOps basics (Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, CI/CD).
• Strong debugging and analytical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Estimate, plan, and implement Java back end applications.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements for new or improved modules.
• Evaluate, maintain, and improve code for structure and best practices.
• Troubleshoot issues and provide recommended solutions.
• Stay updated on new technologies and adopt relevant tools.
• Participate in peer reviews and apply software engineering best practices.
• Ensure project objectives and timelines are met.
• Set engineering vision for existing and future applications.

Skills

Java

Spring

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

CI/CD

SQL

Problem solving

Communication

Multi-tasking

Analytical thinking

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

CI/CD

Job description

Quest Global is seeking a Java Back End Engineer for an on-site role in Cupertino, CA. The candidate will design, develop, and maintain backend services, take ownership of modules, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust software solutions.

The role requires 8–12 years of backend experience with Java, Spring, and REST APIs, plus familiarity with containers and DevOps practices. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany the position.